Table 8 Comparison of the mean dmft values of children and adolescents with Hb SS relative to the use of hydroxyurea
From: Association between sickle cell disease and the oral health condition of children and adolescents
Users of Hydroxyurea (n = 14) | Non-users of Hydroxyurea (n = 9) | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
Dental Condition | m ± SD | m ± SD | |
Decayed | 1.35 ± 1.94 | 1.22 ± 1.71 | *0.913 |
Extracted | 0.64 ± 1.39 | 0.66 ± 1.00 | *0.934 |
Filled | 0.50 ± 0.94 | 0.11 ± 0.33 | *0.021 |
dmft | 2.50 ± 2.95 | 2.00 ± 1.93 | *0.149 |